Question
Parent asks: My child is a 3-year-old boy. This year, I’ve noticed that he seems to be getting fatter and has a very large appetite, and he doesn’t like to exercise. What should be done to treat obesity and picky eating in children?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents can increase the child’s physical activity and control their diet to alter the symptoms. Start by having the child engage in more physical activity during exercise, such as jogging, and encourage them to eat high-fiber vegetables like winter melon and tomatoes. Avoid giving the child high-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies. Help the child correct habits of not being active or overeating. During the obesity treatment period, parents should provide reasonable treatment based on the child’s condition, and if the condition is severe, it is imperative to seek medical attention to determine the cause and receive targeted treatment.